Ultimate Tampa Neighborhood Guide

Nolan Castro
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Ultimate Tampa Neighborhood Guide

Discover the lifestyle, schools, and attractions in South Tampa, Sunset Park, Beach Park & Parkland Estates.

South Tampa

Lifestyle

  • Stroll or bike along Bayshore Boulevard’s scenic waterfront path
  • Al fresco dining & boutique shopping at Hyde Park Village
  • Year-round farmers’ markets & community fitness events

Schools

  • Plant High School
  • Numerous private academies & preschools

Attractions

  • Tampa Riverwalk & Sparkman Wharf
  • Waterworks Park playground & splash pad
  • Sunset cruises from Downtown Tampa

Sunset Park

Lifestyle

  • Quiet, tree-lined, largely residential neighborhood on the west side of Tampa’s peninsula; many streets are named after famous poets.

Schools

  • K–8 neighborhood school
  • Close proximity to Plant High School

Attractions

  • Quick access to South Tampa staples like Bayshore Linear Park and waterfront parks such as Ballast Point Park.

Beach Park

Lifestyle

  • Boat-in dining at waterfront restaurants
  • Year-round sailing, fishing & paddle-boarding

Schools

  • Dale Mabry Elementary
  • Plant High School

Attractions

  • Neighborhood green space, Swann Circle Park.
  • Near Cypress Point Park

Parkland Estates

Lifestyle

  • Quiet, mid-century charm amid stately oak canopies
  • Neighborhood block parties & annual holiday light tour
  • Scenic walking paths connecting to Bayshore Boulevard

Schools

  • Wilson Middle School & Coleman Middle School
  • Easy commute to Plant High via neighborhood streets

Attractions

  • Neighborhood green space at Simms Park
  • Near Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club

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